Southwest, MI
Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
John Ball Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at John Ball Zoo during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Let your kids run wild at the sand pits and tree house while you inspect the sculptures and floral displays in this park’s various gardens.
Gerald R. Ford Museum
Take a holographic tour of Ford’s White House and see a piece of the Berlin Wall in this tribute to the 38th president in the town where he was raised.
Grand Rapids Art Museum
The sleek design of the modernist building reflects the gorgeous contemporary artworks within. Learn how to make art fun in the workshops and camps.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Things to do
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With local Chef in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Wraiths and Witches Ghost Tours
Southwest Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
parking is easy, staff is pleasant, rooms are clean, i don't get breakfast.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Showers were cold..Room is old and was dirty under the bed and in the corners. Hair was on the bathroom floor.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Super clean. Beds were very comfortable. Staff was amazing.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Great location, very clean and loved that there is a full service restaurant!
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Very large two queen suite! Plenty of room for 4 people.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
La persona de recepción, fue grosera con unas personas en linea, esperando check in
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Southwest
Roosevelt Park
While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
Heartside
Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Children's Museum while in the area.
Heritage Hill
If you're spending some time in Heritage Hill, Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Garfield Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garfield Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
East Hills
If you're spending some time in East Hills, Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
